City Scenes and Forest Greens: 48 Hours in Portland

Stunning views. A vibrant food scene. The most incredible bookstore. This just about sums up what people had told me before I’d ever set foot in Portland, Oregon or any of its surrounding areas. I’d been wanting to visit the City of Roses for years, but plans with friends never quite worked out.  Then, last May, I had the opportunity to present at a conference in … Continue reading City Scenes and Forest Greens: 48 Hours in Portland

Looking to Chase Some Waterfalls? My Two-Day Itinerary for Visiting Yosemite from April to June

It took me thirty or so years, but this past May, I finally made it to Yosemite National Park. And even with the high expectations I had, Yosemite still managed to surpass every single one. Whether you’re also from the Bay Area and still haven’t managed to make the journey, or even if you’ve been to Yosemite before, I thought I’d include the itinerary my … Continue reading Looking to Chase Some Waterfalls? My Two-Day Itinerary for Visiting Yosemite from April to June